Description
Chickpea Tikka Masala is a comforting dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Indian cuisine right to your table. This rich, creamy curry combines protein-packed chickpeas with a medley of aromatic spices, creating a delightful meal that’s both satisfying and healthy. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, this one-pan recipe is simple to prepare and full of flavor. Serve it over fluffy basmati rice or alongside warm vegan naan for a complete dining experience. With its nourishing ingredients and easy cooking process, you’ll love making this Chickpea Tikka Masala a staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2-inch piece of ginger, minced
- 2 cans (14oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cans (14oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15oz) coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 1/2 teaspoons turmeric
- 1 heaping teaspoon garam masala
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon mineral salt
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander (optional)
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cumin seeds; sauté for 5–7 minutes until golden.
- Stir in minced ginger and garlic; cook for another 1–2 minutes.
- Mix in spices (turmeric, garam masala, cayenne) and cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add diced tomatoes; cook for about 4 minutes until slightly broken down.
- Stir in chickpeas, tomato paste, and coconut milk; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cover the pot and let it simmer on low heat for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve warm over rice or with vegan naan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pan cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg